ABOUT NATALIE

Welcome. I am a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience in agencies and private practice, assisting adults of all ages. I am licensed to practice in Maryland, DC, and Virginia with offices in Rockville, Potomac, Falls Church, and DC.

I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment in which individuals, couples and families can reflect on the challenges they face. Together we strive to gain new perspectives and strategies to increase peace and enhance relationships. I respect and honor all faith traditions, ethnicities, cultures, and LGBTQ+.

I use a strengths-based approach and draw from a variety of psychotherapy methods including family systems, cognitive behavioral and solution focused. I strive to establish a trusting, warm, meaningful connection with my clients to enable self-reflection and growth.

In addition to providing therapy, I enjoy facilitating groups and speaking at various gatherings from parlor meetings to national conferences.

I hold a Masters degree in Social Work from Columbia University and a Masters degree in Jewish Studies from the Jewish Theological Seminary. I participate in ongoing trainings to continually expand and deepen my knowledge and expertise.

SERVICES

PAYMENT, INSURANCE, & SCHEDULING

When looking for a therapist, it’s important that you feel comfortable and informed in order to make your decision. I offer a complimentary phone consultation so you can tell me about the challenges you are experiencing, what you’re looking for in a therapist and how I can help. We can usually schedule within one to two weeks from when you first contact me. If it turns out after our conversation that we might not be a good fit (location, specialty, availability) I am happy to offer referrals to other clinicians for you to contact.

Sessions are offered in 50-minute increments. Payment is due at the end of each session and can be made by cash, check or Venmo.  As a licensed clinical social worker, my professional services qualify for reimbursement under most health insurance plans. I am considered to be an “out-of-network” provider, which means that a portion of my fee is often reimbursed through your insurance plan. Plans vary, so it is important that you determine your coverage by contacting your particular insurance company directly to ask about out of network coverage for outpatient mental health services.

I am an official Medicare provider and accept Medicare approved rates. If you have supplemental insurance coverage, there is usually no cost to you at all. I am able to submit the claim for you to Medicare and your supplemental insurance company. If you will be using other insurance, I will give you a invoice/receipt to submit for possible reimbursement.  This bill will include all the information the insurance company requires to process your claim.

I offer weekday, weeknight and Sunday appointments to best accommodate your schedule.